Painting Like the Impressionists : Book by Bruce Yardley

Painting Like the Impressionists by Bruce Yardley is an elegant and insightful exploration of Impressionist painting, blending practical instruction with art historical context. Written by a professional artist and scholar, it reveals how the pioneering painters of 1870s Paris revolutionised oil painting with light, spontaneity and colour, and how their timeless techniques can be applied today. Both an instructional manual and a study of artistic innovation, this book will inspire painters and art enthusiasts alike.

With detailed guidance on materials such as paints, brushes, and canvas, this book explains how to approach an Impressionist painting from first vision to completion. Bruce Yardley explores composition, light, tone, colour and brushwork, offering a step-by-step understanding of how to capture atmosphere and emotion in the Impressionist spirit.

• Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
• Paperback: 144 pages
• Dimensions: 280 x 220 x 11mm
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9781785009105